Soft defending criticism hints at Scales return against Kilmarnock

The Celtic Star

·15 de janeiro de 2025

Soft defending criticism hints at Scales return against Kilmarnock

Dundee star Aaron Donnelly explained his bizarre decision not to celebrate after scoring against Celtic last night…

The Irish defender scored the third goal for the hosts as Dundee and Celtic played out a dramatic six goal thriller at Dens Park; however, he was criticised on social media for not celebrating his goal for Tony Docherty’s side.

Dundee celebrations. Dens Park, Dundee v Celtic. 14th January 2025. Photo Vagelis Georgariou

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The youngster, on loan from Middlesbrough, explained that it was a shock to him to find the net against his boyhood club.

“I was taken aback by what actually happened because there was a bit of a scuffle before and the referee pulled me and my marker (Auston Trusty) aside. Once it went in, I really didn’t know what to do!”

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– terça-feira, 14 de janeiro de 2025

Donnelly is a Celtic supporter

Previously Donnelly had confessed his love for Celtic and confessed to supporting the Scottish Champions growing up. Although, he’s never played for the club, the player likely did not want to disrespect the Celtic support by wildly celebrating the goal.

In the aftermath of the goal, Brendan appeared to be captured on camera making his thoughts clear on the defending in an extremely explicit manner.

Dundee’s third goal. Dens Park, Dundee v Celtic. 14th January 2025. Photo Vagelis Georgariou

After the game, Rodgers admitted that Trusty should have coped better at the corner given his stature – almost confirming what people had speculated he said on camera.

Trusty has got to do better – Rodgers

Brendan Rodgers. Dens Park, Dundee v Celtic. 14th January 2025. Photo Vagelis Georgariou

“He’s got to deal with that better. You’ve got to stay on your feet. It’s as simple as that. He knows that. He understands that. That’s what I’m saying. Across certain areas, we went a bit soft.”

Trusty will be disappointed with his showing in Tayside but will be eager to get back onto the pitch at the weekend and put it behind him.

Scales set for return?

Liam Scales, Dens Park, Dundee v Celtic. 14th January 2025. Photo Vagelis Georgariou

It will be interesting to see if Trusty pays the price on Saturday for his awful showing against Dundee with Liam Scales being preferred to start against Kilmarnock in the Scottish Cup.